Is Moen 1222 same as 1222B?

There is absolutely NO difference between the Moen 1222 vs 1222B replacement cartridges. They are both the replacement part cartridge for the Posi Temp Moen shower valve. They are made from the same parts, the only difference is their packaging and model number. The “B” in the 1222B model number stands for Bulk.

How long does a Moen 1222 cartridge last?

The system has expensive cartridges, they cost about $30 (2014) to replace, but they last a long time — 20 to 30 years. It’s not a bad deal, and unlike modern ceramic faucets, Moen still makes the same part to put into valve bodies made 40 years ago!

Is the Moen 1222 cartridge still leaking water?

I replaced the moen 1222 cartridge. and the water is still just trickling out. … read more Have a moen shower faucet and its leaking. Purchased a have a moen shower faucet and its leaking. Purchased a replacement cylinder but it doesn’t seem to be the right one? … read more Shower faucet. Takes Moen 1222B replacement cartrdige.

What to do if Moen Posi temp 1222 leaks?

I checked the inside of the valve for debris and to be sure it was pretty smooth. i picked out a few pieces of rubber and plastic from the old cartridge, and rinsed the inside of the valve a few times with water. The insides felt pretty smooth to me, but of course I’m not a plumber, so don’t really know how smooth it should be.

How often should you replace a Moen shower cartridge?

Replaced a Moen shower cartridge but it still leaks. Anyone have experience with this? We have hard water that is terrible on our plumbing. It destroys seals, gaskets, etc… every 3-5 years on toilets, sinks, and anything else with a valve. Replacing the seals usually works but not this time.

Why does my Moen shower cartridge keep leaking?

When mine was leaking the issue was not the cartridge, but the seat that the cartridge tightens against when it is in the off position. The seat was removable using an Allen key. Basically take it all apart and then look inside where the cartridge would go. (Inside the valve body)

I replaced the moen 1222 cartridge. and the water is still just trickling out. … read more Have a moen shower faucet and its leaking. Purchased a have a moen shower faucet and its leaking. Purchased a replacement cylinder but it doesn’t seem to be the right one? … read more Shower faucet. Takes Moen 1222B replacement cartrdige.

How can I fix a Moen faucet that is still leaking after?

I had a leaky Moen faucet (Moen 4600) so I removed the old cartridge and replaced it with a new brass replacement cartridge (model 1200.) Since replacing the cartridge I now have a leak from the valve stem, that leaks faster the more I open the valve.

How old is the Moen cartridge in the shower?

The flow on both the hot and cold original unit (about 20 years old) decreased to the point that … read more Replaced Moen cartridge to fix leak in shower faucet. Now my Replaced Moen cartridge to fix leak in shower faucet.

I checked the inside of the valve for debris and to be sure it was pretty smooth. i picked out a few pieces of rubber and plastic from the old cartridge, and rinsed the inside of the valve a few times with water. The insides felt pretty smooth to me, but of course I’m not a plumber, so don’t really know how smooth it should be.